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The 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week kicked off Monday, Oct. 2 at the Faena Theater and Forum in Miami Beach with a handful of educational panels about the music industry.
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The “So you have a Million Streams… Now what?” panel, presented by Rimas Publishing, featured artist-songwriters Lyanno and Miky Woodz, and executives Emilio Morales, managing director of Rimas Publishing and Enrique Marquez Paris, songwriter and publishing relations of Latin music, Spotify.
The conversation, moderated by Billboard Latin’s senior charts and data analyst, Pamela Bustios, focused on how artists can optimize their songwriting and production revenue in the streaming era.
Below, check out the best tips given at the panel:
On the importance of streaming: According to both Woodz and Lyanno, streaming has benefited the success of their music careers. “We’re in a digital era where we can take advantage of everything we have in our reach,” Lyanno said. “Thanks to streaming, we can reach new audiences,” added Woodz.
On splitting royalties: “Immediately talk about the splits when you enter a recording studio,” recommends Marquez Paris, who also says it’s important to communicate with your publisher about any song or piece of work that comes out of a recording session. “Publishers are not fortune tellers, but they will protect your composition,” he explains.
On not buying fake streams: “I don’t recommend it because it’ll damage your algorithm as an artist,” noted Morales. Buying bots will amplify your numbers and reach territories you might not want to reach with your music. Instead, Morales states that being consistent is crucial, which includes having your own formula and creating your own fan base, organically.
On optimizing revenue: The key is to never stop working. “Put out more music, more compositions, and work harder. The more you work, the more success you will have,” Lyanno said. For Woodz, it’s key to create content for fans. “The fan base supports you and consumes your content. It is with them that you have to have a connection. Continue giving them music, content, and make them feel identified with you.”
On creating music with artificial intelligence: All panelists agreed that AI has its pros and cons when creating music but they are aware that technology is advancing and it really depends on each artist, composer, and producer if they want to use it in the studio.
Celebrated for more than 30 years, the 2023 edition of Latin Music Week includes a Superstar Q&A with Shakira; the Legends on Legends chat with Chencho Corleone and Vico C; Making the Hit Live! with Carin León and Pedro Capó; a panel with RBD’s Christian Chávez, Christopher von Uckermann, and Maite Perroni; Superstar Songwriter discussion with Edgar Barrera and Keityn, among many other panels, Q&As and workshops. See the ultimate Latin Music Week guide here. This year’s Latin Music Week, taking place Oct. 2-6, also includes showcases by Peso Pluma, Mike Bahía and Greeicy, DannyLux and Fonseca, to name a few.
Check out the dates and times for the showcases throughout the week here.
Official partners of the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week include AT&T, Cheetos, CN Bank, Delta Air Lines, Lexus, Netflix, Michelob ULTRA and Smirnoff.
Latin Music Week coincides with the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Awards ceremony, which will broadcast live from the Watsco Center in Coral Gables, Fla., on Thursday (Oct. 5) and will air on Telemundo. It will also broadcast simultaneously on Universo, Peacock, the Telemundo App, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean on Telemundo Internacional.
You got your first music revenue paycheck. Great, congrats! Now what?
In a panel called “How to Manage Your First Big Paycheck: Step 1, Don’t Buy That Exotic Car,” presented by CN Bank on Monday (Oct. 2) during the opening day of Billboard Latin Music Week 2023, Rodrigo Nieto-Galvis, CN Bank’s vp/team leader, Entertainment Banking Miami spoke with Billboard‘s Leila Cobo about managing and protecting your music revenue.
According to Nieto-Galvis, you should seek advice and establish a plan before running out to buy that luxury car. No matter how big that check is, especially if you are starting out, “your income is not so constant because you are an independent worker, you’re not getting a monthly paycheck,” says the expert.
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“You have to balance,” Nieto-Galvis explains. “First, financial psychology — why you want to buy that car … with, second, financial education — understanding that money can help you achieve your professional and life financial goals.”
“It doesn’t matter if that check is for $100,000 or a million,” he stressed. You need a team specifically dedicated to music and entertainment to be able to eventually buy the car of your dreams and also have financial stability.
Celebrated for more than 30 years, the 2023 edition of Latin Music Week includes a Superstar Q&A with Shakira; the Legends on Legends chat with Chencho Corleone and Vico C; Making the Hit Live! with Carin León and Pedro Capó; a panel with RBD’s Christian Chávez, Christopher von Uckermann, and Maite Perroni; Superstar Songwriter discussion with Edgar Barrera and Keityn, among many other panels, Q&As and workshops. See the ultimate Latin Music Week guide here. This year’s Latin Music Week, taking place Oct. 2-6, also includes showcases by Peso Pluma, Mike Bahía and Greeicy, DannyLux and Fonseca, to name a few. Check out the dates and times for the showcases throughout the week here.
Official partners of the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week include AT&T, Cheetos, CN Bank, Delta Air Lines, Lexus, Netflix, Michelob ULTRA and Smirnoff.
Latin Music Week coincides with the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Awards ceremony, which will broadcast live from the Watsco Center in Coral Gables, Fla., on Thursday (Oct. 5), and will air on Telemundo. It will also broadcast simultaneously on Universo, Peacock, the Telemundo App, and throughout Latin America and the Caribbean on Telemundo Internacional.
After weeks of teasing fans on social media, Feid officially unleashes his new studio album, MOR, No Le Temas A La Oscuridad, today (Sept. 29).
Translated to “Love, Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark,” the set’s title is a tribute to the renowned ‘90s Nickelodeon show “Are You Afraid of the Dark?” and its concept is meant to remind us that everyone shines in the darkness. On a personal level, Feid told Billboard earlier this year that its “whole concept has to do with how I went from being in the shadows as a composer to everything I am achieving now [as an artist].”
Home to 15 tracks, including the previously-released singles “Niña Bonita” with Sean Paul, “Vente Conmigo,” and “FERXXO 151” with Icon, which is rapidly gaining virality on TikTok, MOR is easily Feid’s most eclectic production yet.
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The set kicks off with a chill, one-minute piano melody, where Ferxxo (his alter-ego) summarizes all the fame and success he’s living now. “I always wanted to sing/I never wanted to be a bad boy/I don’t like to show off but music has me living like a gangster,” he chants.
If his latest singles, including the Spanglish Afrobeat “Bubalu” with Nigerian artist Rema, are any indication, the Colombian artist is experimental as ever. This time around, he dabbles into electronic music (“Luces de Tecno”), futuristic perreo (“Romanticos de Lunes”), and lacing funk and indie-pop (“Privilegios”).
On other notable tracks, such as the Ryan Castro-assisted “Ritmos de Medallo” and “Hey Chory,” Feid (real name: Salomón Villada Hoyos) keeps his essence by singing romantic lyrics using his Medallo slang and distinct reggaeton sound.
MOR, No Le Temas A La Oscuridad follows Feliz Cumpleaños Ferxxo, Te Pirateamos el Album, which after being leaked online, peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart in 2022.
Feid is a confirmed speaker at the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week, where he will be joined by his team in a panel called “The Marketing Of FERXXO.” Latin Music Week — the longest running and biggest Latin music industry gathering in the world — returns to Miami from Oct. 2 to 6, featuring star-studded panels, Q&A conversations, workshops and the En Vivo concert series. Buy tickets here.
Stream and listen to MOR, No Le Temas A La Oscuridad below:
Amid Latin music’s latest explosion — powered by a concoction of sounds and styles — Carin León, Nicki Nicole and Maria Becerra have emerged as three of the industry’s vanguards. Over the last few years, these artists have risen to the top of their respective genres, becoming Billboard chart staples and achieving global success.
With León leading música Mexicana, Nicole Argentine trap and Becerra urban pop, all have taken new, more experimental paths while staying true to their essence. And now, they are ending the year at the top of their game — and setting the stage for the next crop of stars to follow.
Nicki Nicole
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With an undeniable swagger and a knack for penning hard-hitting rap verses, Nicole shines brightly in the crowded trap scene of her native Argentina. The 23-year-old wordsmith launched her career as a teenager, performing at freestyle rap competitions in her hometown. The exposure led her to sign with Argentine label Dale Play Records, an indie home to local hero turned global phenomenon Bizarrap. Nicole recorded a fiery session with the producer in 2019, which has earned over 200 million YouTube views. “That collaboration was key in my career,” Nicole says. “I’ve had many moments that have been pivotal — but I still think the best is yet to come.”
A few years ago, fresh off her debut album, Recuerdos, Nicole was still considered an emerging MC; today, she’s a bona fide hit-maker. She now boasts a number of star-studded collaborations, including the blockbuster hit “Pa’ Mis Muchachas” with Christina Aguilera, Becky G and Nathy Peluso, which scored record and song of the year nods at the 2022 Latin Grammys. While Nicole is a leading force in the trap genre, her last two albums, Parte de Mí (2021) and this year’s Alma, have showcased a more evolved and wide-ranging sound, including reggaetón, disco-pop and cumbia. “My next big goal is to keep connecting with my fans the way I was able to connect with them with Alma,” she says. “The way the fans embraced how open I was on that album and that I was able to represent myself authentically will always be a core memory for me.”
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Maria Becerra
Maria Becerra
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In the dynamic realm of Latin pop, Becerra’s musical fusion has resonated with an ever-expanding audience — and helped her earn the title of Visionary at Billboard’s inaugural Latin Women in Music gala in May. Whether crooning about the complexities of human relationships or celebrating self-confidence, she effortlessly genre-hops from pop to cumbia villera to bachata to reggaetón. Bestowed with the nickname “La Nena de Argentina” after her 2021 collaboration with Argentine trap star Cazzu, Becerra has also worked with prominent figures like Duki, J Balvin, Prince Royce and Los Ángeles Azules.
Hailing from Buenos Aires, the 23-year-old singer-songwriter burst onto the global Latin pop scene in 2019 with her EP 222 and released its follow-up, La Nena de Argentina, late last year. She has scored three entries on the Hot Latin Songs chart, including her Balvin collaboration “Qué Más Pues?,” and has also claimed two top 10 spots on Latin Airplay, with the No. 1 hit “Te Espero,” featuring Prince Royce, and “Éxtasis,” with Manuel Turizo. Most notably, she holds the record for the most entries by a woman on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100, with 43.
In August, Becerra signed a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music. And now, she says she is focused on “surpassing myself all the time — being a person who is always willing to learn, who innovates and delivers quality productions. For me, it is nonnegotiable to leave a mark in the world of music and to be a reference for future generations.”
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Carin León
Carin León
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León has established himself as one of Mexican music’s most versatile and eclectic artists today — and most in demand, too, even outside of música Mexicana, working with Maluma, Kany García and Camilo. The artist launched his solo career in 2018 following a stint as lead singer of Grupo Arranke. Since, he has helped to redefine what it means to be a regional Mexican act, singing over both R&B beats and a norteño accordion. With two career entries on the Billboard Hot 100 and 12 on Hot Latin Songs, León has already seen the fruits of his labor. But it was Colmillo de Leche — his breakup album that arrived in May and chronicled a period of personal and professional change, including a split from his longtime manager — that proved particularly pivotal.
“I was able to express musically what I was going through and see the connection it has had on people’s lives; I feel like the record can hold its own among music’s most sacred albums,” says León, 34. The set — which finds him dabbling in pop, bluegrass and flamenco — scored him his first top 10 on the Top Latin Albums chart. It was the first studio album released on the singer-songwriter’s own label, Socios Music, which he launched late last year in an effort to help develop new talent from his hometown of Hermosillo in Sonora, Mexico.
For event dates, tickets and more on the conference, go to billboardlatinmusicweek.com.
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This story originally appeared in the Sept. 23, 2023, issue of Billboard.
Over the last two decades, Fonseca has been a force in the Latin music industry with tropi-pop and vallenato hits that have made listeners dance and fall in love. The Colombian singer-songwriter, who rose to stardom in 2005 with the hit “Te Mando Flores,” has navigated changing industry trends and an often fickle market with his piercing, pathos-filled tenor voice and iconic sound intact.
In an exclusive Q&A during Latin Music Week, Fonseca will celebrate his 20-year career before closing the En Vivo concert series on Oct. 6.
In no more than five words, describe your career.
Heart, gratitude, obsession, connection and roots.
What do you consider to be your greatest achievement to date?
Being able to put my music at the service of the people and accompany the lives of so many people in love, in heartbreak, melancholy, partying and — very important — carrying a message of gratitude.
You recently released the first single from your upcoming album, “Si Tú Me Quieres,” with Juan Luis Guerra. How was it working with him?
Singing alongside maestro Juan Luis Guerra is something that I had always dreamed of. I grew up with his music; his songs were part of my first loves, of my first parties. Not only has his music been a huge influence on me, but his way of leading his career. It has always struck me that Juan Luis’ career has been built 100% from his music. That is his way of being present, current, and I can relate a lot with that.
Tell us about your new album.
I’m very happy with the songwriting process. Somehow, I feel that I am returning to that sound with which I started my career, and I like that. Although it’s a work in progress, I feel that the sound is very organic, very “woody.” “Si Tú Me Quieres” is undoubtedly a sample of what I want it to taste like.
Where do you see yourself in another 20 years?
I want to continue writing, singing. I have never seen music as a sprint or endurance race. For me, it is a way of life and I carry it like that, so it will always be present.
Fonseca will play the En Vivo stage and participate in an Icon Q&A during Billboard Latin Music Week in Miami, Oct. 2-6.
This story originally appeared in the Sept. 23, 2023, issue of Billboard.
Billboard’s Spirit of Hope Award, created over two decades ago in honor of the late Selena, honors artists’ philanthropy. This year, it goes to Colombian superstar Karol G, who with her Con Cora foundation works to support women in vulnerable situations through scholarships (including education for imprisoned women and teen mothers) and support for the arts and educational institutions.
Amid her current global tour, Karol G spoke about the organization’s significance to her.
Why did you create Con Cora?
Many times, especially when I’m on a flight, I think: “God, it’s impossible for someone to receive as many blessings as I have, simply to be successful or rich. Please give me the wisdom to understand what is that thing I need to accomplish.” I feel my mission is through Con Cora and my amazing team of women, who are working together to transmit this message of empowerment and motivation, so we all fulfill our goals by promoting positive behaviors and generate opportunities for a more beautiful tomorrow.
What is the change you want to effect?
This project is for women in all aspects and situations of vulnerability: Women who have no resources for education; women who are denied their liberty or are close to finishing their [prison] sentences, and we give them a second chance and prepare them and help them in their reintegration; women who are an inspiration because they’ve overcome difficult situations and we give them resources to improve their quality of life; abused women; heads of families; women in the arts, women in sports.
What is one accomplishment you’re particularly proud of?
Our work with women who are heads of families because this way, we benefit the entire family. Also, the many people who want to join us. Every time we do a project, more people come forward to give us a hand. It has made us see just how many people work tirelessly to empower women.
As a successful Colombian artist, do you feel it’s your responsibility to give back?
As a Colombian, I feel it’s my responsibility to give back to my country, and to society in general. I feel 100% that what goes around comes around, and everyone who receives blessings has to extend them. I feel my real purpose is there: in inspiring other people, inspiring women and helping and supporting them to achieve their dreams.
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This story originally appeared in the Sept. 23, 2023, issue of Billboard.
With COVID-19 restrictions now lifted entirely, the 2023 edition of the Billboard Latin Music Awards promises to be more celebratory than ever when it airs live on Telemundo from Miami’s Watsco Center on Oct. 5.
“We are all ready to party,” says Mary Black-Suárez, who produces the show through her MBS Entertainment. Here are five highlights to watch for.
1. In his first-ever awards show appearance, Mexican star Peso Pluma, who leads the list of this year’s finalists, will perform his hit “La Bebé” (with Yng Lvcas); the evocative “Nueva Vida” from his new album, Génesis; and a third song with a surprise guest.
2. To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the death of banda diva Jenni Rivera (who died in December 2012), her daughter Chiquis Rivera will pay homage in a medley of essential hits like “Basta Ya,” “Inolvidable” and “Ya lo Sé” with assistance from norteño group Calibre 50 and Banda Cañaveral.
Chiquis attends the 23rd Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards at Michelob ULTRA Arena on November 17, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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3. After topping the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart with the irresistible “LALA,” Myke Towers will perform his hit live for the first time on TV. As a bonus, he’ll also premiere his new song with Yandel, “Borracho y Loco.”
4. Every year, Billboard and Telemundo recognize standout achievements that go beyond chart performance with special awards. Recipients in 2023 include reggaetón superstar Ivy Queen, who will receive the Icon award for her pioneering work in the genre that opened the door to women in urban music.
• Premieres at this year’s event will include Marc Anthony performing his new single with ranchera star Pepe Aguilar, as well as Marshmello making his first appearance at a Latin music awards show, performing “El Merengue” with Manuel Turizo. (The song is a finalist in the tropical song of the year category.)
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This story originally appeared in the Sept. 23, 2023, issue of Billboard.
Over the past 12 months, Latin music’s growth has only accelerated. U.S. revenue surpassed the $1 billion mark for the first time ever — driven in large part by regional Mexican music, now the dominant Latin presence on the charts — indicating that the appetite for music in Spanish worldwide is vast and diverse.
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The 33rd edition of Billboard Latin Music Week, taking place Oct. 2-6 in Miami and including the Billboard Latin Music Awards, delves into the diversity of sounds and revenue sources fueling the genre, with events including these highlights.
“The Art of the Festival”
Over the past five years, the presence of Latin artists at major, multigenre U.S. festivals like Coachella and Lollapalooza has grown — but there has also been a boom in Latin music-focused festivals domestically and abroad. What exactly goes into crafting and sustaining a successful one? Presented by Viña del Mar, this panel will have representatives from Baja Beach Fest, Bésame Mucho and Primavera Sound offering a look behind the scenes of these events.
“The Power Players: The Indie Edition”
As the heads of three of the most successful Latin indies, Rancho Humilde’s Jimmy Humilde (Fuerza Regida, Natanael Cano), Dale Play Records’ Federico Lauría (Duki, Bizarrap) and Prajin Music Group’s George Prajin (Peso Pluma) are a triple threat in the sector. In Billboard’s signature Latin Music Week panel discussion, they’ll offer insights into how their individual strategies have launched some of this generation’s most important Latin stars.
“The New Mexican Revolution”
The globalization of Mexican music has taken over the Billboard charts as a young and fearless new generation of artists scores major hits and goes viral. Moderated by BMI vp of creative and Latin Jesús González, this panel will take a closer look at this recent explosion, as norteño cumbia troupe Grupo Frontera, corridos tumbados pioneer Natanael Cano, genre-spanning star Peso Pluma, Mexican rapper Santa Fe Klan and Mexican reggaetón artist Yng Lvcas convene for a conversation about the genre’s diverse sounds and configurations.
“El Marketing Del Ferxxo”
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Feid’s seemingly overnight success belies how the Colombian superstar hustled his way to the top. After becoming an in-demand collaborator and writing for artists such as J Balvin, Thalia and Reykon, the singer-songwriter embraced his roots: “I opened the coolest door that I’ve ever opened, which was finding my identity and introducing El Ferxxo,” the hit-maker told Billboard in March. Along with members of his inner circle — including his manager and creative director — Feid will explain the nuts and bolts behind his success.
Los Ángeles Azules
Los Ángeles Azules
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Since emerging in the mid-1970s, this beloved Mexico City band has been rewriting the Mexican cumbia playbook. Continuously modernizing the storied regional Mexican subgenre for the next generation, the group of siblings has extended its reach drastically by revamping its hits and writing new ones alongside an exhilarating all-star cast of Latin artists from all corners of the map. In recognition of its enduring influence in Latin music, Los Ángeles Azules will receive the lifetime achievement award, as well as perform at Billboard’s Latin Music Awards.
“The Multimarket Pop King”
Sebastián Yatra
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Sebastián Yatra has both endured and flourished as a core pop artist who invites urban acts into his orbit and also lends his voice to a plethora of projects, from film (Encanto) to TV (Érase Una Vez … Pero Ya No) to music competitions (The Voice). Strategically collaborating outside genres isn’t new, but Yatra’s mastery of the practice (his recent “Vagabundo” with Beéle and Manuel Turizo went to No. 1 on the Latin Airplay chart) and his ability to navigate two languages and cultures set him apart. Yatra will discuss his multitiered approach and what’s next for him.
“The Latin Swing: The Intersection of Music and Sports”
Francisco Alvarez #50 of the New York Mets
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Since launching in January, Rimas Sports, a division of Noah Assad’s Rimas Entertainment, has signed 50 baseball players. The move expands Rimas’ interest in athletics; Assad and Rimas Sports president Jonathan Miranda already own Puerto Rican basketball team Los Cangrejeros de Santurce with Bad Bunny. Rimas Sports clients Francisco Alvarez (of the New York Mets) and Everson Pereira (of the New York Yankees) will participate in this conversation moderated by executive and radio personality Angel “El Guru” Vera. They will be joined by Eladio Carrión and Arcángel, two Rimas artists who actively participate in philanthropy through sports.
Cheetos Block Party Featuring Myke Towers
Myke Towers
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“The biggest risk I’ve taken in my career musically is on this album,” Myke Towers told Billboard in April about his 2023 album, La Vida Es Una. The Puerto Rican singer-rapper will rock the Wynwood Marketplace stage at the Cheetos Block Party, where he’ll showcase songs from the album. The “LALA” chart-topper will also participate in the “Deja Tu Huella” panel presented by Cheetos, where he’ll share the stage with fellow creatives who have achieved success in conjunction with social responsibility.
For event dates, tickets and more on the conference, go to billboardlatinmusicweek.com.
This story originally appeared in the Sept. 23, 2023, issue of Billboard.
The 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week — the longest running and biggest Latin music industry gathering in the world — is making way to Miami from Oct. 2 to 6, featuring star-studded panels, Q&A conversations, workshops and the En Vivo concert series.
Confirmed acts for this year’s weeklong conference and showcases include Shakira, Arcángel, RBD’s Christian Chávez, Christopher von Uckermann, and Maite Perroni, Beatriz Luengo, Carin León, Chencho Corleone, DannyLux, DJ Alex Sensation, DJ Nelson, Edgar Barrera, Eladio Carrión, Feid, Fonseca, GALE, Gonza, Greeicy, Grupo Frontera, Hyde, Ivy Queen, Fuerza Regida’s Jesús Ortiz Paz “JOP,” Keityn, Lasso, Luny Tunes, Maffio, Manuel Turizo, Maria Becerra, Mike Bahía, Myke Towers, Nacho, Natanael Cano, Nathy Peluso, Nicki Nicole, Pedro Capó, Peso Pluma, Santa Fe Klan, Sebastián Yatra, Thalía, Venesti, Vico C, Wisin, Yng Lvcas and Young Miko.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, which coincides with Latin Music Week, we curated the ultimate playlist featuring the hits of yesterday and today of all the artists set to speak at the conference.
Songs in the more than three-hour long playlist include Shakira and Fuerza Regida’s latest corrido “El Jefe,” Grupo Frontera and Peso Pluma’s “Tulum,” Manuel Turizo’s “La Bachata” and Myke Towers’ “Lala,” to name a few bangers.
Celebrated for more than 30 years, Billboard Latin Music Week also coincides with the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Awards, which will be broadcast live on Telemundo on Thursday, Oct. 5, from the Watsco Center in Miami.
Registration for the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week is now open at BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com.
Billboard unveiled the final round of confirmed artists and full schedule of the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week, returning to Miami Beach the week of Oct. 2 to 6, on Wednesday (Sept. 20).
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Joining the Latin music’s biggest event are Beatriz Luengo, Carin León, DannyLux, DJ Nelson, Hyde, Ivy Queen, Fuerza Regida’s Jesús Ortiz Paz “JOP”, Lasso, Luny Tunes, Pedro Capó, Thalia and Wisin.
The final talent additions and full event schedule (see below) were presented during a press conference at the Faena Forum in Miami Beach, where Leila Cobo, chief content officer of Billboard Latin and Billboard Español, was joined by Miami Beach mayor Dan Gelber, Valentina Bueno (director of Karol G’s Con Cora Foundation), as well as artists Fonseca, Mike Bahía and Venesti.
“Our city and community has discovered the best version of itself,” Gelber said. “We want to be the center of Latin music world every year and will be the center of Latin Music Week.”
“We’re so very happy to be here again,” added Cobo. “A lot of people are discovering Latin music for the first time in the past year, but at Billboard, we’ve been part of its growth for over 30 years. We can’t imagine anywhere in the world but [Miami Beach] to bring this fabulous event.”
Previously confirmed acts for the 2023 edition of LMW include Shakira, Arcángel, RBD’s Christian Chávez, Christopher von Uckermann, and Maite Perroni, Chencho Corleone, DJ Alex Sensation, Edgar Barrera, Eladio Carrión, Feid, Fonseca, GALE, Gonza, Greeicy, Grupo Frontera, Keityn, Maffio, Manuel Turizo, Maria Becerra, Mike Bahía, Myke Towers, Nacho, Natanael Cano, Nathy Peluso, Nicki Nicole, Peso Pluma, Santa Fe Klan, Sebastián Yatra, Venesti, Vico C, Yng Lvcas, and Young Miko, to name a few.
“I want to thank Billboard on behalf of myself and Greeicy for allowing us to open Latin Music Week. We have a spectacular show,” Bahía said of his scheduled Oct. 2 performance alongside Greeicy titled “One Day, One Love,” which will be part of the Billboard En Vivo concert series.
Fonseca added: “I am honored with this invitation. We will be having a conversation with Leila on Oct. 4 about my 20 years of career and the tour, and on the 6th, a private concert at Oasis. It is a luxury to be here with you at Latin Music Week.”
Colombian newcomer Venesti, who will form part of the official Latin Music Week kickoff party presented by AP Global, also expressed his excitement. “It is a pleasure for me to be here for the first time at Latin Music Week. I will be performing all the songs from my new album De La Nada, and we will be sharing stage with Maffio, Nacho, Alejo, Joonti and Alex Sensation as the DJ of the night.”
Official partners of the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week include AT&T, Cheetos, CN Bank, Delta Air Lines, Lexus, Netflix, Michelob ULTRA and Smirnoff.
Celebrated for more than 30 years, Billboard Latin Music Week is the longest running and biggest Latin music industry gathering in the world, and coincides with the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Awards, which will be broadcast live on Telemundo on Thursday, Oct. 5, from the Watsco Center in Miami.
Registration for the 2023 Billboard Latin Music Week is now open at BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com.
Monday, Oct. 2, 2023
Everything You Want To Know About Billboard, But Were Afraid To Ask
How To Manage Your First Big Paycheck: Step 1, Don’t Buy That Exotic Car Presented by CN Bank
Exactly Who Is Listening To Latin Music? Everyone! Luminate Unveils New Latin Music Report
The Rise Of Mexican Music Touring with Fuerza Regida’s JOP Presented by Live Nation
Millions Of Streams, Hundreds Of Dollars? Presented by RIMAS Publishing
The Power of Latin Catalog Presented by Harbourview
The Art of the Festival Presented by Viña Del Mar
Networking: The Industry Roundtables
Billboard En Vivo ft. Greeicy & Mike Bahía Presented by Michelob Ultra 21+
Official Billboard Latin Music Week Kickoff Party Presented by AP Global 21+
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023
Making The Hit Live ft. Carin León & Pedro Capó
The Power Players: The Indie Edition with Jimmy Humilde, Federico Lauria and George Prajin Presented by Lexus
Star Q+A with Sebastián Yatra, moderated by Lasso
The New Mexican Revolution with Grupo Frontera, Natanael Cano, Peso Pluma, Santa Fe Klan and Yng Lucas Presented by BMI
Legends On Legends with Chencho Corleone and Vico C
Boys Club No More! The Women’s Panel ft. Kany García, Maria Becerra, Nathy Peluso, Nicki Nicole, and Young Miko
The Marketing Of Ferxxo: Featuring Feid
Premiere Party featuring Thalia
Billboard En Vivo Ft. Peso Pluma 21+
Billboard En Vivo Ft. La Base and Wisin, Presented by Smirnoff with special guests Luny Tunes & DJ Nelson 21+
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023
The Superstar Songwriter Panel ft. Edgar Barrera & Keityn Presented by Sony Music Publishing
The Icon Q&A with Fonseca Presented by Michelob Ultra
Artist Showcase: Dr. Tania Medina Presented by Bridger Communications
The Latin Swing: From Music to Sports with Arcángel, Eladio Carrión & More Presented by RIMAS Sports
The Rising Star Q&A With Manuel Turizo Presented by Delta Air Lines
Wisin & La Base: Eye Of The Tiger with Luny Tunes, DJ Nelson, and Hyde Presented by Smirnoff
Deja Tu Huella with Myke Towers Presented by Cheetos
Reviving RBD with Maite Perroni, Christian Chávez, Christopher Von Uckermann & Guillermo Rosas Presented by At&T
Hits Don’t Lie: The Superstar Q+A with Shakira
Netflix Advanced Screening Party of Neon
The Mexican Music Revolution: DannyLux’s Showcase
A Night of Mexican Music ft. La Maquina Norteña, Carlos Sarabia, Los Cuates de Sinaloa & Sebastián Esquivel
Billboard En Vivo ft. Nathy Peluso with special guest Young Miko 21+
Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023
Watch The 2023 Billboard Latin Music Awards on Telemundo
Sorry Papi X Billboard Latin Music Week 21+
Friday, Oct. 6, 2023
Cheetos Block Party ft. Myke Towers at Latin Music Week
Billboard En Vivo ft. Fonseca presented by Michelob Ultra 21+